Wild Apricot
AUGUST 27, 2012
Here's our monthly round-up of free non-profit webinars for September. We found some great webinars to get you re-charged for Fall, including sessions on Nonprofit Silent Auctions; Event Video Checklist; Cloud 101; Social Media for Nonprofit CEOs; and much more.
YourMembership
AUGUST 9, 2012
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Reid All About it
AUGUST 27, 2012
Right about now, if Isaac hadn’t interfered, I’d be arriving in New Orleans to enjoy its local food and cocktail culture for a few days. I was going to tag along as my boyfriend attended a conference that was to start Tuesday. Late last night, the conference was postponed, so there’s a good chance I’ll get to have my New Orleans adventure another time, most likely with better weather.
Thanks For Playing
AUGUST 9, 2012
I'm moderately active on Twitter.other than around conferences, when I am a profligate tweeter. What's that all about? I use Twitter to take my conference notes. Colleagues have, in the past, asked me to explain how I do it, and with the ASAE Annual Meeting about to kick off, it seems timely. What I do is not fancy. Tweeting my notes, laptop version: If there are outlets and wi-fi, I use TweetDeck on my laptop.
Speaker: Gareth Webb & Phil Selley, Founding Partners at Intouch Business
For many nonprofit organizations and NGOs, managing grants and monitoring projects with spreadsheets and manual processes feels familiar—but is it holding your organization back? As funding requirements become more complex and stakeholder expectations for transparency grow, relying on outdated methods can lead to inefficiencies, missed opportunities, and compliance risks.
Principled Innovation
AUGUST 7, 2012
Jeff De Cagna’s new e-book, Associations Unorthodox: Six Really Radical Shifts Toward the Future , will be available as a free download beginning this Wednesday, August 8. The e-book was produced in collaboration with DC-based branding firm, CHIEF. Jeff De Cagna serves as a senior advisor to CHIEF. Scott Johnson, co-founder of CHIEF, said ”For 35 years, I have watched associations do the same thing over and over again and expect different results.
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Wild Apricot
AUGUST 7, 2012
What lessons can we learn from the "bursts of Twitter activity" at the Olympics?
YourMembership
AUGUST 29, 2012
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Reid All About it
AUGUST 24, 2012
That’s Not the Real Me: How Vanity Sabotages Facebook Advertising by Louie Herr. I find this idea both hilarious and accurate, especially this: “We are actors on a stage. Shakespeare, as ever, proves prescient.” We’re a crafty bunch, showing off our best selves on Facebook, sometimes cool, sometimes not. Recently I’ve posted several photos of backyard wildlife – turtles, spiders, lizards – not sure what I’m telling advertisers and the rest of my Facebook friends with that display.
Thanks For Playing
AUGUST 10, 2012
It's here! As you read this, I am probably on my way to Dallas for the 2012 ASAE Annual Meeting. Top 5 Things I'm Looking Forward To: The amazing session I'll be facilitating on Sunday, August 12 at 1:30 pm (in the first learning lab timeslot of the conference) - " We Are the 1%: A Frank Conversation on Diversity." Four bold, courageous CEOs are going to speak openly about issues of diversity and inclusion from the CEO perspective.
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Principled Innovation
AUGUST 12, 2012
Video not showing? Find it on YouTube. Last week, I released some preliminary results from the P.I. Making Innovation Happen Survey. This morning, I am sharing more detailed survey results in the form of the video you (should) see above. You are welcome to download this video, as well as a PDF with an overview of these key results. (The download link will bring you to a page where you will be able to access both files.).
Association Leaders
AUGUST 27, 2012
Being the leader of an association is different than being the leader of a company – especially your own company. Sure, there are leadership qualities that all good leaders possess. Qualities we have discussed in the blog before like: passion, motivation, strategic-thinking, and more. However, in most companies the leader also is the final decision maker.
Wild Apricot
AUGUST 13, 2012
Here's a review of Joe Waters' book - QR Codes for Dummies.
YourMembership
AUGUST 24, 2012
Membership Software Association Management Software. Home. Solutions. Associations. Nonprofits + Foundations. Chambers + EDCs. Corporate + Social. Education + Alumni. Advantages. Branding. Control. Add-On Products. Support. Pricing. Company. News + Press. Customers. Technology. Management Team. Partner Programs. Corporate Responsibility. Inside YM. Careers.
Speaker: Dave Sackett
Traditional budgeting and forecasting methods can no longer keep pace with today’s rapidly evolving business environment. Static budgets, rigid annual forecasts, and outdated financial models limit an organization’s ability to adapt to market shifts and economic uncertainty. To stay ahead, finance leaders must leverage a future-forward approach—one that leverages real-time data, predictive analytics, and continuous planning to drive smarter financial decisions.
Reid All About it
AUGUST 31, 2012
If I had to pick one blog to take with me to a deserted island, it might be Brain Pickings. Maria Popova is a curator like no other, bringing us fascinating posts about creativity, knowledge, science, art, culture, and more. She describes herself as “an interestingness hunter-gatherer and curious mind at large.” That’s what I want to be when I grow up.
Thanks For Playing
AUGUST 30, 2012
I'm excited to to report that Spark has recently joined the Higher Logic partner program. Don't know Higher Logic? They have a clever video you can view that explains it all.
Principled Innovation
AUGUST 21, 2012
Over the next six weeks, I will publish a post on each of the six shifts presented in my new e-book, Associations Unorthodox: Six Really Radical Shifts Toward the Future , created in collaboration with CHIEF. If you have not done so already, I hope you will download the e-book today. Also, please join me on September 26 from 2 pm-3:30 pm EDT for my webinar on the e-book, presented in collaboration with Peach New Media.
Association Leaders
AUGUST 13, 2012
As a “blogger” (I guess we can call me that now as this will be my 68th post in 18 months) I regularly read other blogs and articles. While I used to do this for the benefit of learning, now I do it also for the development of blog content. Today I read an article from the NY Times ( see full article here ) that included some interesting content.
Speaker: Tim Sarrantonio, Director of Corporate Brand
Do you really know your donors? Not just what they give, but who they are? 👥 In this interactive session, we’ll break down how nonprofits can use behavioral indicators (affinity, recency, frequency, and monetary value) to build prospecting segments that go beyond wealth screening and actually align with donor identity. You’ll walk away with practical strategies to move beyond basic demographics and cultivate supporters based on how they already engage with you!
Wild Apricot
AUGUST 10, 2012
Here are three posts that offer tips for refreshing your donor communications this summer.
YourMembership
AUGUST 6, 2012
Membership Software Association Management Software. Home. Solutions. Associations. Nonprofits + Foundations. Chambers + EDCs. Corporate + Social. Education + Alumni. Advantages. Branding. Control. Add-On Products. Support. Pricing. Company. News + Press. Customers. Technology. Management Team. Partner Programs. Corporate Responsibility. Inside YM. Careers.
Portage Group
AUGUST 15, 2012
It can be hard to focus on being innovative, creative and strategic during a staff meeting or board retreat when the sun is shining and the patio beckons. But alas, the work of associations never stops. Decisions still need to be made, problems solved, ideas generated and work still needs to get done.
Thanks For Playing
AUGUST 17, 2012
I plan to write a fuller recap post next week, but for now my Top 5 Tweets from #ASAE12: 1. Response to Maddie Grant's observation about the closing general session video: @ maddiegrant video is pos but not honest - what about assoc lobbying against alt energy, # hcr etc? Do we own our neg too? # asae12 — Elizabeth Engel (@ewengel) August 14, 2012 I think this is a huge problem for associations.
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KiKi L'Italien's Acronym Soup
AUGUST 11, 2012
Association Leaders
AUGUST 7, 2012
If you are like millions of Americans and billions of people around the world, you have been captivated at some point during the last ten days by the Olympics. I know I have. I have been struck by the dedication, commitment and work-ethic of these athletes. Hundreds of athletes from around the world, the best of the best at every event have descended on London to compete.
Wild Apricot
AUGUST 3, 2012
Here are 5 fresh links that we've bookmarked for your non-profit and membership summer reading enjoyment.
YourMembership
AUGUST 2, 2012
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Speaker: Jennifer Hill
Payroll compliance is a cornerstone of business success, yet for small and midsize businesses, it’s becoming increasingly challenging to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of federal, state, and local regulations. Mistakes can lead to costly penalties and operational disruptions, making it essential to adopt advanced solutions that ensure accuracy and efficiency.
Aaron Wolowiec
AUGUST 7, 2012
Teacher Directed vs. Learner Directed. On Tuesday, Aug. 14, I’ll have the pleasure of presenting with leadership strategist Cynthia D’Amour at the ASAE Annual Meeting in Dallas. Our session, “ Reimagine Signature Events to Empower Self-directed Learners ” will run in the first of two learning lab time slots (9 – 10:15 a.m.) in Room D171 (in case you were still undecided about which session to attend).
Thanks For Playing
AUGUST 2, 2012
Spark is a boutique consulting firm that provides strategic membership and marketing services for associations that have the willingness and capacity, at both the staff and board levels, to ask tough questions, take some risks, and reach for significant goals. A little about my consulting background: I have 15 years experience in association management.
Principled Innovation
AUGUST 28, 2012
Last Tuesday, I began this series of blog posts on the six shifts presented in my new e-book, Associations Unorthodox: Six Really Radical Shifts Toward the Future , created in collaboration with CHIEF. If you have not done so already, I hope you will download the e-book , and read the Shift #1 post , right away. Also, please join me on September 26 from 2 pm-3:30 pm EDT for my webinar on the e-book, presented in collaboration with Peach New Media.
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